Unit Test Solutions: A Journey to the Magical Mountains

Total Marks: 20
Attempt all questions.

• Question numbers 1 to 8 carry 1 mark each.
• Question numbers 9 to 11 carry 2 marks each.
• Question numbers 12 & 13 carry 3 marks each.

Q1: What is the name of the girl in the story? (1 Mark)
Ans: The girl's name is Minam.

Q2: Who takes Minam on the mountain journey? (1 Mark)
Ans: Her grandfather takes her.

Q3: What does Minam's grandfather work as? (1 Mark)
Ans: He works as a Sherpa guide.

Q4: Which mountain range do they visit? (1 Mark)
a) Aravalli
b) Western Ghats
c) Himalayas
d) Nilgiris
Ans: c) Himalayas

Q5: What fruit does Minam pack for the journey? (1 Mark)
Ans: She packs juicy apples.

Q6: True or False: Minam sees a herd of yaks near the river. (1 Mark)
Ans: True.

Q7: What do yaks provide to mountain people? (1 Mark)
Ans: Yaks provide milk, warm wool, and help carry loads.

Q8: What does the word "journey" mean? (1 Mark)
Ans: It means travelling from one place to another.

Q9: In two sentences, describe what Minam and her grandfather do by the river. (2 Marks)
Ans: Minam and her grandfather sit under a shady tree and eat the rotis they brought. They watch fish swimming in the clear water and enjoy resting together.

Q10: Explain in two sentences what Minam sees on her way up the mountain. (2 Marks)
Ans: Minam notices colourful flowers, tall trees, and birds singing in the branches. She enjoys the fresh and cool mountain air as they walk.

Q11: In two sentences, describe Minam's experience in the snow. (2 Marks)
Ans: Minam is amazed to see a wide blanket of snow for the first time. She and her grandfather play, make a snowman, and enjoy the peaceful snowy view.

Q12: Write three to four sentences about Minam's special journey into the mountains. (3 Marks)
Ans: Minam's grandfather tells her she is ready for a special journey, and she happily packs food and water. As they walk, she sees flowers, trees, and birds along the path. They stop for lunch by a clear river and watch fish swimming. The walk fills Minam with joy and wonder.

Q13: In three to four sentences, explain the moral of the story. (3 Marks)
Ans: The story teaches us to care for nature and protect mountains, rivers, trees, and animals. It reminds us that spending time with family creates beautiful memories. Listening to elders helps us learn important lessons. The story encourages us to respect the environment so future generations can enjoy its beauty.